R&D Product Security Engineer - Digital Service Solutions
Hitachi Krakow, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland
Utilities · 10,001+ employees
About the role
The Product Security Engineer will define and maintain cybersecurity requirements for digital service solutions while ensuring security-by-design is embedded throughout the development lifecycle. They will act as a technical bridge between cybersecurity research and operational service needs, providing oversight and risk mitigation guidance to product teams.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must possess over 8 years of experience in product security within the energy or related sectors, along with an MSc or PhD in a relevant technical field. A strong understanding of industrial cybersecurity standards such as IEC 62443, ISO 27001, and secure development practices is required.
Benefits
Full description
Location:
Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland
Job ID:
R0131072
Date Posted:
2026-08-11
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O.
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
Business Unit Service is at the forefront of delivering advanced digital service solutions worldwide. Our Service R&D team focuses on cutting-edge technologies - to innovate in areas of serviceable assets, digital services and operations. As our digital service portfolio and HMAX Energy platform continue to grow, cybersecurity is a critical enabler for trusted, scalable, and compliant service delivery. Join BU Service R&D to ensure that cybersecurity requirements are systematically embedded into digital service development, from early design through deployment and lifecycle operation.
How you will make an impact
As a Product Security Engineer you will ensure that products adhere to our cybersecurity standards, and you provide technical guidance across the BU Service digital portfolio, acting as a bridge between cybersecurity research, platform development, and operational service needs.
- Define and maintain cybersecurity requirements, principles, and guardrails for BU Service digital solutions, including HMAX Energy‑related developments
- Provide cybersecurity oversight during the development of digital services, ensuring security‑by‑design is applied early and consistently
- Collaborate closely with the BU Service Cybersecurity Lead and central cybersecurity function to ensure alignment with our Cybersecurity Strategy, policies, standards, and regulatory requirements
- Support product teams in identifying cybersecurity risks, translating them into practical mitigation actions, and tracking them to resolution
- Act as a cybersecurity point of contact for Service R&D, connecting upstream research outcomes with downstream service and operational needs
Your background
We are looking for a cybersecurity professional who understands both secure engineering and the realities of digital service development and operations.
- Previous Experience: 8+ yrs of experience in product security roles in the energy sector or a related field
- Education: MSc / PhD degree in cyber security, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a comparable field
- Industrial infrastructure security exposure: Solid understanding of cybersecurity topics relevant to industrial / OT-connected and cloud-connected solutions, and the ability to guide teams on security weaknesses and mitigations.
- Standards & compliance mindset: Familiarity with widely used industrial cybersecurity standards and governance expectations — particularly the IEC 62443 family (e.g., secure development process and component requirements),information security management practices aligned with ISO 27001, NERC CIP and IEC 62351.
- Secure development & lifecycle practices: Working knowledge of secure development lifecycle (SDLC) / security-by-design practices and how to embed them into development workflows.
- Certifications / formal training (preferred):
- Training or demonstrated knowledge aligned to IEC 62443 (e.g., role-relevant training for service providers / maintenance service providers).
- ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Lead Implementer (or equivalent experience).
- CISSP, CISM, CCSP, GICSP, or equivalent.
More about us
At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.
Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:
•Private medical care and life insurance
•Access to fitness and wellness programs
•Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks
•Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
•Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home
•Spectacles and contact lenses allowance
•Company events and team‑building activities
•Psychological support program
•Free parking available
Add if applicable: additional benefits may apply depending on the role, grade, and business requirements.
You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodation
Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.
This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.
Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment
As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.
Background Screening and Security Checks
As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.
For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.
The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.
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